Charles Cargile Hall, one of the first African Americans to integrate the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII, shares his experiences of segregation and service.

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. — This Black History Month, Channel 9′s Glenn Counts is highlighting the history and legacy of the Montford Point Marines. They were the first Black U.S. Marines who trained at a ...

They told me to give my life to my country.. and my soul to God.” Those words gave me chills as I stood in this room in ...

Mallorie Berger said she always knew her late grandfather, Private Mauricio Burns, was a U.S. veteran. But it wasn't until last year she learned about his historic legacy. "Something clicked.

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. -- Eighty years ago, at the height of World War II, the first Black Marines arrived for basic training at Camp Montford Point, a segregated section of Camp Lejeune. Between 1942 and ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Join WECT as we celebrate Black History Month by highlighting some of the people, places, and events that shaped black history here in southeastern NC and beyond. The ...

CHARLOTTE — As we celebrate Black History Month, we’re honoring the legacy and contributions of the Montford Point Marines. Theodore Britton is one of the original members. Britton has worn many hats ...

JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - Friday morning at the Lejeune Memorial Gardens, a select amount of Montford Point Marines were presented a replica of a Congressional Gold Medal. The National Montford ...

This historic event will feature the presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal to six families of Montford Point Marines, a recognition of their trailblazing service and lasting contributions to ...